The Elevate Podcast

In this episode, Broker Cindi Featherston-Shields sits down with Agent Brenda Ruiz to talk about the real truth behind agent production — what it actually takes to build a successful real estate career.Brenda shares how she found success as a single mom, proving that with consistency, commitment, and the right mindset, it’s possible to thrive in this industry. Her message is simple: if she can do it, anyone can.Tune in for honest insight and the motivation to elevate your business.

How do you go from MMA fighter to top-producing Realtor® in your first full year? Grit. Join Cindi Featherston-Shields as she interviews Sarah Howell — Realtor®, wife, mom, and unstoppable force — who closed 38 deals in 2025 after starting real estate halfway through 2024.

Unlocking Success Mindsets and Goal Setting! Join us in this power-packed episode of Elevate, where our host, Cindi Featherston-Shields, engages in a dynamic conversation with Zig Ziglar Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, Johnny-Juan.

Dive into the world of home loans and a market update with our expert guest, Destini Bowling, on the latest episode of Elevate Podcast hosted by Cindi Featherston-Shields! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or simply curious about the housing market, this episode is a must-listen!

Cindi Featherston-Shields sits down with the amazing Deborah Dobbs! Listen as they dive into the heartwarming collaboration between Wags and Hunger for Love to make a difference for the homeless and their furry friends. Get ready for inspiring stories and learn how we can all play a part in spreading love and compassion.

Join Cindi in an inspiring conversation with Heidi Eslicker, from Hunger for Love. In this special collaboration between WAGS Upscale Consignment & Boutique and Hunger for Love, we're on a mission to make a difference in the lives homeless and their four-legged friends.

In this episode, join host Cindi Featherston-Shields as she sits down with Suzy Trejo, a seasoned real estate agent with a unique journey. Suzy shares her experience of leaving our team for a new agency and the valuable lessons she learned during that time away. Discover the reasons behind Suzy's decision to return. This candid conversation explores the twists and turns of a real estate career. Tune in for a compelling story of departure, discovery, and the joyous reunion of a valued team member.

Join hosts Cindi and Kelly as they sit down with none other than World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee, Sandra Haynie. Listen in as Sandra shares her incredible journey through the world of golf, reflecting on her achievements, challenges, and the moments that defined her illustrious career.

Kelly and Cindi discuss different kinds of behavioral therapy, as well as setting expectations in every situation.

Cindi, Kelly, and Dr. David Martin talk about how pre- existing health conditions can interfere with medical procedures. Then they go into why these conditions might exist in the first place.

After talking to all the guests that have come on the show, Kelly and Cindi reflect on how often a big change follows some kind of trauma.

Cindi And Kelly had the privilege of talking to Ave McCown, a college student who fought hard to get where she is. But she wasn't always fighting, she gave up several time. That is, until one major event made her realize she had a choice. A choice to either stay in her sorrow and insecurity, or, to turn it all around.

Even though Cindi had to miss out because of some real estate issues, Kelly introduces the podcast to Connor Lyons. A college bound wrestler who had one heck of a childhood, a childhood that almost had him down for the count. But with Kelly's help Connor pushed himself to be as great of he is today, and he's not stopping there.

After taking a week off for Kelly's hip surgery, Cindi and Kelly had so much to talk about that they couldn't even pick one topic!! So this episode ended up being about two friends just catching up.

The last time Kelly came and spoken at The Success Center, everyone practically begged him to come back and do a nutrition class! Ask and you shall receive because not only is he coming back on August 6th, 2023, but you can also listen to his advice as a behavioral change therapist right here, right now!

!TW! Talk of blood, suicide, depression and COVID death. Kelly brings in yet another amazing guest, Cassie Hampton, who's story is incredibly inspiring. We hear of her tragic past and how, in spite of it, she became a critical care nurse, going to incredible lengths to help those around her!

Kelly introduces a diagram call The Cognitive Triangle. This is the concept where, typically, you have a thought, that causes an emotion, that you then act on. But can that order be switched? Find that out and more on this weeks episode.

Cindi and Kelly welcome their first guest: Diana Jordan! Diana tells her amazing story of being horribly attacked by her ex husband which ended in the loss of her leg. She explains how her ability to rehab, return to work, and compete in fitness competitions inspires other as well as herself daily.

Kelly and Cindi talk about what it takes to break bad habits, as well as how to make new and better ones.

Cindi and Kelly talk about how Kelly went from being burned out to starting everyday with a smile. All by changing the nasty words he used to mutter with one simple word. Opportunity.